Deshler Abiding Word (AFLC): Recent Episodes
Jon Langness
Sermons from Abiding Word Lutheran Church in Deshler, NE. Abiding Word seeks to make Jesus Christ known to all peoples. For more information about our congregation, or to contact us regarding what you've heard, check out our website at www.deshlerabidingword.com.
Genesis 9:8-17 We don't need an ark; we have Jesus.
The flood cleansed the earth; Jesus cleanses us.
John 3:1=21 He has revealed what we need to know so we can trust Him. The bible affirms it.
John 2:13-22 Pastor Hart describes the three types of temples referred to in the Bible.
Luke 23:32-47
God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21
Mark 1:14-21 God has made a provision for our salvation. Become
fishers of men and tell of the good news.
Matthew 2:7-11 The word of God is also a light. Follow the light, so you may know the truth.
Genesis 3:8-9 Our guilt and shame is what hopefully brings us to
repentance not into hiding. Jesus has paid the price; we are
forgiven.
Ezekiel 34:11-16 "I will feed My flock and I will lead them to rest",
declares the Lord God.
Deuteronomy 8:1-10. Thank God for the abundance of His blessings.
A Thanksgiving message.
John 8:31-32 Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, "If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."
The freedom Jesus offers is a spiritual freedom from the bondage of sin.
Isaiah 45:1-7 There is only one God, and He works through forces
of creation and through humans like Cyrus.
Psalm 107:1-16.
Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose
confidence is in Him. He is our only deliverer indeed.
Ezekiel 18:1-4 & 25-32 You are held accountable for your own actions, however Jesus has paid the price for believers.
Matthew 20:15-16. God's grace and mercy makes eternal life available to everyone. Jesus paid it all!
Matthew 18:1-4. Be humble, repentant, and dependent on God.
Humble yourselves like little children.
Allow Jesus to lead. Trust Him; He promises to be "with you always, even to the end of the age."
Matthew 16:13-20. Peter declares that Jesus is the Messiah.
We too must be bold and by our faith declare that Jesus is the Christ, the
Son of the living God,
Matthew 15:21-28. Let Jesus' many words increase your faith. Allow His grace and mercy to work in you life.
Matthew 4:18-22. Don't lose focus on what our task is in the church. We should develop disciples who love God, love the church, and love others.
Matthew 14:13-21. God provides all of our needs abundantly. Trust in His
provisions. Thank God for what you have.
Matthew 13:44-46. We are Jesus' treasure. He sold everything He had
(His life) and bought us!
Jeremiah 1:4-8. God is with us moment by moment, to lead and guide, to instruct and warn, to help and comfort, and to deliver us.
Matthew 13:1-9. In this parable it is Jesus who sows the seed (God's word) and it is disciples, too who will become sowers of the word. Pastor Hart explains that the seed can fall on four different types of soil (people). What type of soil are you?
Matthew 11:28-30. Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. A message to live by.
Psalm 139:1-16 & John 1:1-14. Insight and explanation on what the Bible tells us about how and why we and the universe exist.
Exodus 19:2-6. Those who are called a kingdom and priests (Christians) have an obligation to live a righteous life and actively tell people about Jesus.
Acts 2:22-24. Know God by reading his words in the Bible. By this you will know Him and His truth and be able to speak it to others. It will change people's lives.
Acts 2:1-4. The function of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament, the New Testament, and promises for the future.
Luke 8:1-8. The seed, being the word of God needs to fall on us as "good soil" so that when we hear the word, we retain it, and by persevering produce a crop
as compared to seed that falls on unproductive ground.
John 14:15-19. We will never be alone if we are in Jesus. He has left us with a counselor, helper, teacher, the Holy Spirit.
Acts 7:54-60. God built a holy people/church made righteous by Christ Jesus, the Rock on which we stand.
John 10:1-6. Jesus is the Door to eternal salvation and Jesus is the Good shepherd who cares, watches, and protects those who believe in Him.
1 Peter 1:3-4. The story of Peter's three life changing events.
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He chose to follow Jesus and travel with him giving up everything of his personal life.
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Peter was with Jesus at the time of His trial and crucifixion, including Peter's three time denial of Jesus.
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The resurrection and appearance of Jesus.
How do you react to major events or crises in your life?
Matthew 28:5-6. Told are the amazing events surrounding the resurrection of Jesus and how this miracle is a gift to all people.
John 12:12-15. Imagine the Triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem with the excitement and emotion with which they strewed his path with garments and palm branches.
Luke 7:1-10. This is an account of a man's great faith that can be a lesson to us all. Any and all can lay hold of God by faith.
Ephesians 1:15-21. Thanksgiving and prayer for the Ephesians and how it applies to us today, encouraging unity and love for one another.
John 8:31-44. Jesus identifies which father His audience is serving and what we must do to remain His disciples.
Matthew 16:21-27. Jesus corrects Peter's misconception of Jesus' path to redemption. After rebuking Peter, Jesus informs all His disciples of their need to follow Him in the way of the cross.
Luke 15:8-10. Pastor Andy Olson, missionary with They Need the Bible, shares a message on the joy of lost souls being found.
Ephesians 5:22-33. Marriage is a wonderful gift from God whose purpose is more than solving loneliness or starting families. God is at work behind the scenes in marriage revealing another blessed union, available for all people.
Isaiah 25:1-9. Isaiah breaks out in praise of God despite his circumstances. As we recognize all that we have in the Lord, there can be no other response than praise for what He's done.
1 Corinthians 3:1-15. Paul exhorts the Corinthian congregation to pursue maturity in Christ and encourages believers to do the same today.
Isaiah 51:1-11. The Lord calls out to Isaiah and His people to keep their focus on what lay ahead for those who remain faithful to the Lord. In the moment, it may be hard to see where the Lord is leading and guiding, and if He is even there. In those moments, look back to the promise and hold fast to the Promiser.
John 4:27-42. Jesus meets a woman at the well and introduces His disciples to an unexpected harvest. The Lord calls us to see the unexpected harvest He is bringing in.
Ephesians 2:11-16. Paul describes the seismic shift Christ accomplished in His death for our circumstances. Though His death and resurrection is complete, Christ's work continues on through the proclamation of peace.
Deuteronomy 6:1-9. Moses instructs God's people to not only give themselves to the hearing of God's Word, but to make it a part of their everyday lives and to teach it to others. Though we look for loopholes to write ourselves out of responsibility in these verses, the Word of God remains, giving us instruction.
Isaiah 63:7-14. After catching a glimpse of the coming wrath of God, Isaiah offers a lament anchored in the promises and the character of God. The passage provides us with both a warning and a pattern to follow as we consider how this text applies to us today.
Isaiah 9:6-7. Isaiah prophesies of a gift coming that will change the world. Over two millennia later, we ask ourselves has anything really changed? This promised gift has come, and still comes to us today. In doing so, He continues to be the gift that changes everything.
Isaiah 2:1-4. Isaiah prophesies of a glorious time when people will come to the Lord. In his context, that's certainly not his current experience. It may appear to be no different than Isaiah's day today, but is it?
Matthew 11:11-15. Jesus corrects a misunderstanding about the Kingdom of God and its present state. It's not what we expected, yet. There's coming a day when God's Kingdom comes in its fullness where we shall see it in all its glory.
Luke 12:35-40. Jesus tells His disciples to be ready for His return. For those who are ready and waiting, His return will be a blessing.
John 18:33-37. As Pilate interrogates Jesus to find out if He is a king. Jesus describes His kingship as other worldly, and one that Pilate, and the Jews, are powerless to prevent. The Kingdom of God isn't intent on overthrowing earthly kingdoms, it seeks to bring life and freedom to those who are enslaved and dead. Christ came to establish His kingdom and let you know that His kingdom is for you.
Psalm 34:18. Pastor Jeff Swanson shares the heart of the Savior for the brokenhearted around the world.
Isaiah 32:1-8. Isaiah prophesies of a time when a king will reign without corruption. He will rule righteously, giving His people discernment and truth.
Ephesians 6:10-17. Paul exhorts believers to stand firm in the midst of the present supernatural war that's being waged against us. We are also reminded of the sure defense that is ours in Christ.
Isaiah 65:1-2. Where is God when I needed Him? We ask ourselves that question when times are difficult because it seems as though God is distant. We don't feel or sense Him near us. The Israelites went through the same experience. The LORD speaks through Isaiah to address that very question.
Matthew 9:1-9. In the midst of a chaotic scene, Jesus sees and declares invisible realities, realities that He makes known through the miracle He performed.
Matthew 22:34-46. There are a lot of distractions in this world to keep us occupied. Jesus is asked what's of most importance. In giving His answer, He points the crowd back to the Law. Then, Jesus quickly redirects the focus of the hearers to a greater question to see not only what must be done, but what God has done.
1 Samuel 2:1-10. Hannah's response to the Lord's reversing her lot in life results in a wonderful prayer of praise.
Ephesians 3:13-21. Paul lets the Ephesians know his prayers for them, revealing God's desire for these people and all people.
Matthew 6:24-34. Jesus identifies the impossibility of trying to serve two masters and highlights the superiority of serving God. At the end of the passage, Jesus calls His listeners to an undivided pursuit of God.
Jeremiah 17:13-14. God's people had been given every opportunity for success, they had everything they needed. Unfortunately, they got distracted, looking to what the world had to offer to satisfy their needs. The LORD warns them through Jeremiah of the disappointment and shame to which that path leads. In stark contrast to the peoples' unbelief, Jeremiah expresses his clear belief in the LORD.
Leviticus 18:1-5. The LORD gives His people instructions for how they are to live with regard to sexual conduct in light of the culture that surrounds them.
2 Corinthians 3:1-11. Paul responds to the crowd clamoring for his letter of commendation. He explains to them they are all the letter he needs as they have been branded by the Spirit through the Word brought to them by Paul. Believers today share the same mark of the Spirit.
2 Samuel 22:21-29. Towards the end of David's life, he shares a song of praise to the LORD. His song of praise strikes us a little off because we know about David. He seems to be forgetting some key events in his life. Hear how the LORD allows David to declare such things about himself that appear to be so self-righteous, and how we can share in David's confidence.
Jeremiah 7:1-7. Jeremiah calls out his peoples' superstitious faith and the false comfort they draw from circumstances, inviting them again to trust in the promise of God through faithful obedience.
Luke 16:1-9. Jesus shares a story about a crooked manager who receives his master's praise. The manager uses his master's goods to secure a future for himself. Hear how Jesus instructs His disciples and us to how to live.
Pastor Ken Hart preaches on Hebrews 11:13-16 and reminds us that the city of hope is a reality we cling to by faith now that will one day be fully realized and experienced in its fullness.
Romans 6:1-11. Paul responds to a misguided use of logic and redirects his readers to find comfort in the finished work of Christ.
Isaiah 58:6-12. What we believe affects what we do. In this passage, God corrects His people's errant view on good works and reorients them to a proper focus. We don't do good works for God to bless us. God uses us to bless others through our good works and in the process, He promises to satisfy and sustain us.
Micah 7:18-20. The undeserved grace of God leads Micah to end his book with an unexpected ending. Because of God's unfailing faithfulness, we can expect the unexpected and undeserved and rest securely in God.
Joel 2:28-32. Pentecost was a reason for celebration. As devout Jews gathered in Jerusalem for the feast, they experienced a fulfillment of a long-anticipated prophecy. Pentecost remains a reason to celebrate as the Holy Spirit continues to be poured out on all mankind.
Ezekiel 36:25-27. This world is a place full of broken hearts. We need more than a good mending; we need new hearts. In this passage the Lord promises to do His work and since He has promised, we can be confident that He will do it.
James 1:22-27. I would assume we've all been there where we've audibly heard something but didn't listen to it. We call it selective hearing. Unfortunately, we can take a similar approach to the Word of God. The Word of God was given not just to be heard but to be done. What does it mean to "do" the Word of God? James explains that for us.
John 16:5-15. Jesus informs His disciples He's leaving them but something better is coming and explains what is that something better.
John 16:16-22. Jesus gives His disciples something to sustain them in the dark days ahead that also sustains us in our little while here on earth.
Paul writes to the Corinthian church to remind them of the ramifications of the resurrection. As a congregation, they winked at the glaring problem in their midst, not only were they winking; they boasted in it. The Holy Spirit places before their attention the crucified Passover Lamb and calls for a response.
Psalm 102. Where do you go when you're afflicted? Who will listen to you? Who will act on your behalf? The Holy Spirit gives us a place to go when we experience affliction, Psalm 102.
Zechariah 9:9-10. Palm Sunday. The LORD speaks through the prophet Zechariah, announcing the arrival of the King and the peace He would come to bring. On Palm Sunday we remember the arrival of Jesus and all that He accomplished to bring us peace, and we look forward to His return where we will see the full extent of the peace He accomplished.
Luke 1:26-38. Mary is greeted by an unexpected visitor with news that the long-expected promise is about to be fulfilled. Because this long-expected promise has been fulfilled, we can know our standing before God.
Galatians 4:21-31. We take a step back in time to see the promise that can be trusted for all time in all places.
Pastor Hart takes us through one of the most recognized psalms as we continue our way through the penitential psalms this Lenten season.
Luke 11:14-28. Jesus casts out a demon proving to the crowds that though the devil is strong, He is stronger. In response to the Pharisees accusation that Jesus is in league with the devil, Jesus tells the crowds the fate of divided households.
Isaiah 45:18-25. In this passage, God breaks the societal norms to invite outsiders in by calling sinners to salvation, and not just salvation, but righteousness as well.
Psalm 38. David is experiencing an inner turmoil over his sin, which has also led to significant outer turmoil. Is there any solace to be found when you find yourself surrounded by turmoil?
Matthew 4:1-11. Jesus is led to be tempted by the devil. In His temptation, Jesus remains steadfast and committed to faithfully following His Father. Jesus' temptation has more significance to us than simply identifying with our weakness; Christ is faithful when we are not and is actively pursuing substance to address our weakness.
Psalm 6:1-10. Where do you turn when conviction of sin comes? Is it really safe to approach the LORD who is holy, holy, holy? Will the LORD accept our prayer? David expresses the depths of which his sin affected him and exhibits a right way to handle conviction.
1 Peter 3:18-22. When suffering comes and we're faced with the question, "Is this worth it?" to what do we cling? How can we know that what we're suffering for is worth it? Peter encourages believers to endure suffering by pointing to them to Jesus.
2 Corinthians 12:1-10. In light of others boasting about their reasons to be respected and heard, Paul reveals the secret that has kept him going for all these years, as well as reiterating once again, the sufficiency of Christ in all things.
1 Corinthians 9:24-27. We're constantly moving toward something, whether that's getting to the next appointment or getting through the day, we're constantly in motion. We are working toward a goal. What is it that we're after? What are we willing to sacrifice to pursue that goal? And, is it worth it? Paul points us toward the big picture to encourage all believers to strive towards an imperishable crown.
Jeremiah 17:5-10. "Trust me." Even those the phrase is meant to alleviate our fears, those words don't always make us feel any better because we know sooner or later, people will let us down. The degree to which we're let down varies each instance however, when it comes to our salvation, the consequences are eternal. Who or what do you trust for salvation?
Isaiah 43:1-3. Kevin Hoops shares a message encouraging us to focus on the God who both forms and keeps us.
Matthew 8:1-13. Two men who had no business approaching Jesus and confident of Christ's ability to meet their need, bring their need to Jesus. The only uncertainty through it all is this, "Is Jesus willing?" We apply that same truth to our own circumstances as we approach Jesus in all our wretchedness asking ourselves, "is Jesus willing to meet my need?"
Deuteronomy 18:15-22. The Israelites are about to enter the Promised Land. Moses won't be joining them. Moses speaks of another prophet who will be raised up after him to lead them in the truth.
Luke 2:41-52. In a rare accounting of Jesus' childhood, we read about His remaining in the temple in Jerusalem while His family traveled back home. Confusion follows. How could Jesus do this to His parents? What was He up to anyway?
Zechariah 2:1-13. Protection and security are things we try to manufacture for ourselves, often looking to things that can only provide a mirage of security. In this passage, the LORD calls His people to seek protection and security in His presence.
Ephesians 1:2-14. God's plan has a tendency to interrupt our own plans. We may not see it at the time, but God is at work accomplishing something far greater than we could have ever imagined.
Micah 5:1-5a. Micah attaches a certain hope to a coming pregnancy that will be for all people. The message was full of hope. However, pregnancies sadly, do not always result in the birth of a child. Will this prophecy be fulfilled? Or will the hope that it brings be found to be empty and lifeless?
Amos 8:1-14. Amos receives a vision marking the end of the harvest season. Where it should have been a time of celebrating and feasting, instead it is turned into a time of mourning and despair. Why the change? A famine was on the horizon, a famine of judgment.
Daniel 9:1-19. Daniel's study of Scripture helped him to realize what God was doing in his day. Realizing where he was in God's grand plan of salvation led him to prepare for what God had promised would happen next. Today, and in this Advent season, we find ourselves in a similar situation, called to prepare for what God is doing next.
Daniel 4:34-37. Nebuchadnezzar is restored to his royal position with insight to the proper place of man. The Most High is the only one who is sovereign.
Psalm 118:1-9. The LORD is good. That alone is reason enough to forever give thanks. This passage highlights the LORD's goodness and calls God's people to respond in thanksgiving.
Ezekiel 37:15-28. The Lord is at work creating one nation under God. What is this nation? Where is this nation? How do we find this nation?
Ezekiel 18:19-32. The Lord takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, He longs to forgive. However, when we live in open unrepentant sin, no amount of "good deeds" done in the past can save our souls. We must acknowledge our sin and confess it. As we confess our sins to the God who desires to save and forgive, He forgives and saves.
Ezekiel 11:14-21. We've been created for relationship. Sin has spoiled our most important relationship. How can we get back to relating rightly? What must we do? What can we do? What do we do?
John 8:31-32. Pastor Hart shares a message encouraging us with the truth of God's Word. It is this truth that sets us free.
Pastor Jeff Swanson, our missionary in Naknek, Alaska, shares a message on God's heart for the brokenhearted from Psalm 34:18.
Jeremiah 24:1-10. Jeremiah sees a basket of good figs and a basket of rotten figs. What determines the fate of the figs? The message of the figs has applications for us still today.
Hebrews 3:13-14. Pastor Ken Hart gives a message on living today in light of the events of the past and what is coming. How are Christians to live today?
Isaiah 55:1-11. Chasing satisfaction is one of those things that we spend a lot of time on with few lasting results. In Isaiah 55, satisfaction is advertised for free. This satisfaction, unlike what we try to attain, is one that lasts forever. And the best part of it all? Not only is it advertised freely and long-lasting, it's also given to you. Here. Now.
Isaiah 43:1-13. Isaiah shares the word of the LORD to a people who are in exile. Through these words the LORD reveals Himself and calls people to Himself. These words end up being far more than "just words".
Isaiah 12:1-6. Isaiah wrote about a glorious day when the LORD's anger turns away and in its place comfort is delivered. That was a day to look forward to for Isaiah and his readers. It's a day not only to look forward to for us but to experience now and every day. It's a day for us to celebrate and proclaim.
Song of Solomon 4:1-5:1. This text is a love poem from Solomon to his bride in which he anticipates being united in marriage. It's full of gushy compliments written to woo a woman, his woman; his bride. This text seems like an intimate, private poem for her eyes only but it isn't. It's been preserved for us to not only read, but to learn.
Ecclesiastes 2:12-26. Have you ever wondered what a meaningful existence looks like? Solomon tries various routes to find lasting meaning in his life. He comes to a simple yet profound conclusion that was true in his day and is true today.
Job 19:23-27. Job was a man who endured tremendous suffering. Throughout his suffering he maintains his righteousness and innocence and yet, the suffering continues. When all earthly comforts fail him, he looks to the One who will not fail.
Esther 9:20-28. God's people celebrate a victory over their enemies that the Lord had given them. It was to be a celebration that occurred annually to remind God's people of their deliverance but also to call others into the community of God's people.
Ezra 1:1-8. Ezra records the historical fulfillment of the LORD at work fulfilling His Word, through mankind, for our salvation.
Pastor Ken Hart from Faith Lutheran in Fairbury, NE fills in for Pastor Jon on vacation.
2 Chronicles 7:1-3. "It sure would be nice to have been around in the days the Bible records, to actually see God's glory and even walk side by side with Christ." Have you ever had those thoughts? While it would be a neat experience, that thought doesn't factor into account that we still get to experience God's glory today. Where can we go to catch a glimpse of God's glory today?
I Chronicles 16:7-34. Flags are more than colorful pieces of cloth. They serve as a visual reminder of specific principles and values. In a similar way, the ark of the covenant carried with it significant meaning. King David breaks out into song when the ark is returned to Jerusalem. Listen to find out why he was so excited about a little box coming home.
I Chronicles 10:1-14. King Saul's sins catch up with him in battle with the Philistines. The Israelites find themselves without a king; they have no one to lead them. How could God allow this to happen to His people? The LORD wasn't finished with His people, His hand was still at work calling them back to Himself.
2 Kings 17:6-23. The purpose of Israel's demise is explained for us. The LORD cast them from His sight due to their insistence on worshiping other gods. God dealt with Israel's problem, which is the same problem we face today, with sending His Son to take our place.
2 Kings 5:1-14. This passage details the journey of Naaman, an enemy of God, becoming a child of God. God seems to use the most unlikely situations to make this man clean, just as He uses unlikely situations to make us clean.
Ephesians 2:1-10. Saved by grace through faith. Chairman Layne Hoops gives the message from Ephesians 2.
I Kings 9:1-9. The LORD visits King Solomon after he's completed the temple and his palace with an important message. It's a warning to the king about the crossroads he finds himself in. It also serves as a timely warning for us today against "putting our faith in neutral."
2 Samuel 24:10-17. David's stubbornness leads to a decision proving to be costly. David gets a glimpse of God's wrath but then is shown God's mercy and intercedes for his people.
2 Samuel 7:8-17. David decides to build the LORD a house but the LORD says he isn't to build one. Instead, the LORD was going to give him a name, a place, and a kingdom that will last. While David was able to catch glimpses of it during his lifetime, the promise wouldn't find its full fulfillment until much later. Like David, we get to live in a glimpse of that fulfillment now while we wait for it to come in its full glory.
I Samuel 26:6-25. King Saul is out to kill David, again. His jealousy is causing him to act rather unbecoming. David, on the other hand, exhibits his righteousness in light of all the difficulties he faces. Where does David's confidence stem from? Is it possible for us to have that same confidence?
I Samuel 12:6-25. For the first time in their history, the Israelites had a king. On the surface it seemed as though things were looking up for the nation, Samuel provides a different angle and reveals what's really going on. Can God's people still return to the Lord or has this decision sealed their fate? How are we to respond when we follow in the same footsteps as these Israelites?
I Samuel 1:9-18. All Hannah wanted was a child. What she gets though is so much more than she could ever hope for. Hear how Hannah's hope also gives us hope in all of life's circumstances.
Judges 6:11-24. Gideon comes to a harrowing realization when he figures out who he's been talking to. He's in no way prepared to talk with the Lord, and yet, the Lord came to talk to him. What does it take to find favor with the Lord?
Judges 2:1-19. Throughout the period of Judges, the covenant God made with His people was tested. Would it still stand? Would God give up and walk away? How can we know His covenant is still good?
Joshua 7. The Scripture text ends in a way that leaves us scratching our heads. It doesn't end the way we'd want or expect. The ending, however, is necessary to prepares us for something greater.
Luke 15:1-10. AFLC World Missions Director gives a message on the value of the lost and a the congregation's cause for the lost.
Matthew 28:1-8. What happened that caused calloused soldiers to cower in fear while giving a group of women great joy? Why the different reactions?
Colossians 2:13-15. The final petition of the Lord's Prayer. Tonight we look at the evil from which we need to be delivered.
Deuteronomy 5:29. The Lord is grieved over the condition of man. Moses is reminded of man's condition and what the Lord planned to do about it.
Pastor Hart preaches on the Fifth Petition of the Lord's Prayer for our Lenten series on the Lord's Prayer.
James 1:13-15. God tempts no one to sin. What's the source of our sin? If it clings so tightly to our flesh, can we have any hope or victory over sin?
Numbers 11:4-23. The Israelites are once again complaining about the provision of God. Even though it never stopped being miraculous, it became mundane and they resented it. Moses also adds his voice to the peoples' complaints. Hear how the Lord handles these ungrateful people.
Pastor Hart continues our Lenten series sharing about the third petition of the Lord's Prayer, "Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven."
Leviticus 25:1-12. What was the Year of Jubilee? What's the significance behind it? In this passage the LORD explains the purpose for the celebration.
Exodus 16:1-15. What is our daily bread and where does it come from? As Moses records the events of the Exodus, he points our eyes to the God who provides for the needs of both the wicked and the righteous.
Psalm 126. Missionary Andrew Olson preaches on suffering with purpose and shares a glimpse into their ministry in Tanzania.
Pastor Hart preaches on the introduction and the first petition of the Lord's Prayer for our 2021 Lenten series on the Lord's Prayer.
Leviticus 5:1-13. People deal with guilt in a number of different ways. There is a way though, that God has revealed to deal with guilt. Whatever the source of your guilt may be, God has dealt with it.
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Exodus 35:29-36:2. What does it look like to be filled and moved by the Spirit? In this text we're introduced to a few people who've been filled with and moved by the Spirit. How did they get filled and what did they do afterwards? The answer is pretty simple and yet profound at the same time.
Exodus 25:1-9, 17-22. The LORD is a God who desires to be with His people. Here in this text we read the detailed instructions that God gives in order that He might dwell with His people. The LORD is still the same today and desires to meet with you.
Exodus 6:1-13. We believe what we see, after all, we've seen it. It's real. However, the ideas with which we often color what we se aren't always based on truth. It was a problem for the Israelites, a problem for Moses, and a problem for us still today.
Genesis 46:1-7. Does Jacob turn his back on the LORD and on His promise as he leaves the promised land for Egypt? Does the LORD turn His back on Jacob? Will He turn His back on you?
Genesis 26:1-11. The LORD makes a promise to Isaac in the midst of famine. Isaac trusts the LORD but finds himself giving into fear rather than faith. In spite of Isaac's faithlessness, we see God's faithfulness.
Mark 1:9-11. Pastor Hart shares about the work of God in our baptism from Mark's account of Christ's baptism.
Genesis 1. The first chapter of Genesis not only shares the origin of creation but also the origin of our salvation.
Revelation 12:1-17. Christmas is more than a reason to give gifts to loved ones, it's also the beginning of the fulfillment of the first gospel promise in Genesis 3. Revelation 12 gives us another perspective of what happened at the birth of Christ and how it's still relevant for us today.
Matthew 2:1-12. Christmas Eve 2020. How far are you willing to go for hope? You actually don't have to go anywhere. The message of Christmas is the message of hope coming to us.
Revelation 1:1-7. There's something God wants you to know. He wants all people to know it. So much so He had it written down so we can learn it. What is it that God so desperately wants you and all people to know? Do you know it?
2 Peter 3:1-18. Why is it taking Jesus so long to return if He's really coming back? Didn't He say it'd be soon? Has He forgotten about us? Peter points us back to what the Scriptures say and who God is, encouraging believers to be on the guard for anything others say to the contrary.
I Peter 1:10-16. Looking ahead helps us to see what's coming, realize the moment we're in, and take the proper action as we wait for what's to come. What is it that we have to look forward to?
Psalm 96:1-13. The psalmist describes the worship the LORD requires and why He requires it.
Hebrews 1:1-4. Comparing yourself to others may make you feel better for the moment but it will never last. However, comparing one person to everything else and seeing how much greater he is will give you lasting comfort. Jesus is better than all the prophets and angels, and because of that, He can comfort you with a comfort that'll last forever.
Hebrews 10:1-10. Sacrifices were a common practice for this Hebrew audience, and though it looks a little different for us today, we're still tempted to think there's merit in our sacrifices. Ultimately though, they can't do anything for us. God did, however. Listen to why that matters for you today.
Hebrews 4:1-16. Not everyone who starts a race finishes. The same can be said about the Christian life. This passage reminds us of the need to be diligent in the race set before us with and how to be diligent.
Titus 2:1-15. How does the Gospel inform us how to live? Why does it matter how we live? Paul tells Titus the answers to these questions as he urges Titus to proclaim these timeless truths to his congregation.